Data Center Electrician

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair and testing of a wide range of electrical equipment such as programmable logic controllers, generators, motors, transformers, control panels, cables, and power distribution systems and associated switch gear in the plant and data center. This position will ensure safe workplace practices are always followed and drive safety awareness through leading by example. This includes predictive, preventive and proactive electrical maintenance analysis. This position must work following all codes and regulations while making electrical installations, adjustments and repairs in the plant, data center and office environment as well as assist outside contractors on projects. This position requires a broad working knowledge of electric and electronic principals, formulas and applications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform periodic maintenance and repairs on facility electrical equipment, including electrical switchgear, transformers, automatic transfer switches, UPS and battery systems, static switches, power distribution units, emergency generators, fire alarm systems, controls and security systems
• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise supervisor and or management immediately on whether continued operation of electrical equipment could be hazardous to the facility.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using test devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Plan layout and install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
• Perform business duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment as needed to perform job duties.
• Identify resolutions to recurring electrical systems.
• Perform regular walkthroughs of the facility to ensure the proper operation of all facilities-related equipment and systems.
• Respond to facilities-related emergencies, including electrical equipment failures, fire alarm response, HVAC equipment failures, etc. This includes response to emergencies after-hours and on weekends.
• Participate in the planning and execution of facilities-related maintenance and construction projects.
• Participate in the preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures and emergency response procedures for facilities-related equipment.
• Monitor work performed by facilities vendors and contractors.
• Assist other members of the facilities department as needed.
• Must be able to use all hand power tools, all hand tools including pipe cutting, threading machines and tools associated with the trade
• Must be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds repetitively
• Work from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures.
• Must be able to reach and work overhead, crawl, work bent over, jump and stand for hours.
• Ability to be on-call and take escalations after hours on a rotational basis.
• Other duties or projects as assigned or requested

RadiusDC provides a comprehensive benefits package including competitive time off and 401k match.

Hiring Rate: $32/hour - $40/hour based on experience

Shift differential paid when working off-hours